STUDENT ENGAGEMENT & LEADERSHIP

Student Clubs & Organizations

The Student Engagement & Leadership department at Lakeland provides an opportunity to pursue personal or professional interests or talents through organized involvement with other students and faculty/staff Advisers. There are currently more than 30 active organizations. Student Engagement & Leadership will also assist in forming an organization to better accommodate your interests. You are encouraged to take an active role in campus life at Lakeland. From your involvement, you will develop skills in such areas as communication, organizational leadership, creative abilities and analytical skills, which will be valuable in both your personal and professional life. Membership in all organizations is open to any Lakeland student. The registration of a student organization shall not be construed as approval, endorsement or sponsorship by Lakeland Community College of the organization's publications, activities, purposes, actions or positions.

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The goal of the accounting club is to promote student awareness of the accounting profession, provide students with the opportunity to network with accounting professionals and promote the importance and desirability of a career in accounting.

ADN is the Honor Society for Associate Degree Nursing Students. To qualify for membership, a student must receive a B or above in all nursing courses, have maintained a minimum 3.0 GPA in all nursing courses, have maintained a minimum overall GPA of 3.0, and have demonstrated conduct that reflects integrity and professionalism on campus and in all clinical areas. Students meeting the eligibility requirements will be invited for consideration for induction in the third semester of the second year in the RN nursing program.

The Black Student Union (BSU) advocates for cultural identity by encouraging scholarship, leadership, academic excellence and career exploration among black and minority students. The BSU fosters social consciousness, development and exploration of identity, culture and connections between student, faculty, staff and the Lakeland community.

CAB is responsible for bringing various social, educational and entertainment events to campus. CAB membership is open to any Lakeland student interested in planning programs such as the annual Halloween Bash and Spring Fling, movies, performers, and interactive events. CAB officers are eligible to receive tuition reimbursement for their work. Stop by the CAB office in S-224 today! Also, find CAB on Facebook.

The purpose of the construction management student organization is to: promote professional skills of those within the field, expose students to affiliate companies and accreditations, and strengthen students' professional image or portfolios. Students will gain experience, skills, create relationships, and be provided opportunities through extracurricular activities.

Early Childhood Education Club is a voluntary student association that promotes pride and professionalism within the student body of the Early Childhood Education Program by providing opportunities to plan educational seminars, advocacy efforts, social events and fund-raising activities to benefit our students and the surrounding communities through student engagement.

The Gamer's Guild promotes responsible playing of organized role-playing and strategy games in an atmosphere of friendly and pleasant fellowship. No prior experience is needed to enjoy these activities or to become part of the Guild.

Lake Effect is Lakeland's closed-circuit, internet streaming radio station located in room S-215. It gives students firsthand experience in broadcasting, communications, event planning, marketing and networking. Applications are accepted each semester for DJ positions. Elections are held as needed for officer positions such as public relations, production and programming directors. View Lake Effect Radio's shows at livestream.com/lakeeffect.

LSG is the representative body of the students of Lakeland. The board consists of nine members. LSG representatives participate in various decision-making committees on campus that are responsible for rules and regulations governing the entire college. LSG officers are eligible to receive tuition reimbursement for their work. Stop by the LSG office in S-226 today! Also, find LSG on Facebook.

The Lakelander is the college's student-driven publication featuring literary and visual art as well as campus news and commentary. Students may submit creative work and news items to be included in this magazine-style, full-color publication.

The purpose of this student club is to learn about international relations and policies of foreign countries, and to prepare for conferences that model real United Nations (UN) and North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) meetings.

Mu Alpha Theta promotes scholarship, enjoyment and understanding of mathematics among high school or two-year college students. Students are eligible if they have had at least one mathematics course at or above the College Algebra/Precalculus level, and a 3.0 cumulative GPA in all two-year college courses and a "B" or better in all mathematics courses at or above the College Algebra/Precalculus level.

PTK provides opportunities for members to participate in leadership, scholarly and social functions, as well as provide service to their college and community. To qualify, a student must have accumulated at least 12 credit hours at Lakeland and have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5. Letters of invitation to join PTK are sent to students who meet the requirements listed above at the beginning of fall and spring semesters.

SKD is the national honor society for students of English at two-year colleges.To qualify for membership, a student must complete a minimum of one non-developmental college English course, receive a B or above in all Englishcourses, have a minimum 3.3 cumulative GPA, and complete at least one semester of college coursework.

The purpose of the SkillsUSA club shall be to serve members by preparing for technical, skilled and service occupation careers, by developing their occupational, academic, leadership and employability skills.

The Student Nurses' Association works to promote responsible participation of nursing students in college and community activities, especially those related to nursing. SNA acts as Lakeland's representative body in local, state and national student nursing organizations.

The purpose of the Student Parent Association is to create a campus community for student-parents that promotes awareness of the Lakeland organizations and community resources available to them. The group will encourage and promote understanding of the student-parent experience to Lakeland staff, faculty and administration.